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Tom Smelt and Owen Gartland at work.
 2 Sep 2025

BREng invests in next-gen talent

Hull-based HVAC and building services specialist BREng has appointed 17-year-old Owen Gartland as its newest apprentice design engineer, reinforcing its commitment to developing next-generation talent in low-carbon building services.... 
 2 Sep 2025

Minister to address HPA’s Annual Conference

The Heat Pump Association (HPA) will welcome Miatta Fahnbulleh MP, Minister for Energy Consumers, to deliver the keynote address at its inaugural conference on 26 November 2025 at the British Library in London. The event marks the HPA’s 30th ... 
 2 Sep 2025

Panasonic expands heat pump manufacturing in Europe

Panasonic has reopened its expanded factory in Pilsen, Czech Republic, following a €320 million investment to scale up European production of air-to-water heat pumps.... 
 2 Sep 2025

Panasonic heat pumps feature in Bellway’s Future Home Project

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions has been helping with a study at the University of Salford and the Energy House 2.0 research project in conjunction with Bellway Homes.... 
 28 Aug 2025

BESA launches training to support heat network regulation

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has introduced the first official training course aligned with the UK government’s proposed Heat Network Technical Assurance Scheme (HNTAS). The scheme is expected to roll out gradually following ... 
 28 Aug 2025

Daikin Applied (UK) launches space-saving, HTM-Compliant AHUs

Daikin Applied (UK) has introduced the HTM-Pro T Series, a compact, high-performance air handling unit (AHU) tailored for space-constrained healthcare environments. Engineered and tested in Cramlington, the unit meets NHS HTM 03-01 ventilation ... 
 28 Aug 2025

Munters helps Belvoir Castle preserve family archives

Munters has installed dehumidifiers in archive rooms at Belvoir Castle, Rutland, UK, to protect the family’s historical records from deterioration and moisture damage in the castle’s archive rooms. These rooms house a vast collection of books, ... 
 28 Aug 2025

Panasonic promotion on purchases of Mini VRF outdoor units

Panasonic Heating and Cooling Solutions has introduced a new installer incentive. For every Panasonic ECOi Mini VRF unit purchased, there will be a £250 preloaded Mastercard reward. This promotion is available on purchases from 01 August 2025 ... 
Adam Wilkinson, Hubbard.
 19 Aug 2025

Wilkinson joins Hubbard Systems as BDM

Adam Wilkinson has been appointed Business Development Manager at Hubbard Systems, covering London and the South of England. He will work with dealers and their customers, focusing on the Scotsman ice systems and Eloma combi ovens.... 
Kevin Morrissey, BESA.
 19 Aug 2025

BESA: Overheating now a building safety concern

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) is calling for urgent action to address overheating in UK buildings, as prolonged heatwaves pose growing health risks.... 
 18 Aug 2025

Carrier UK installs Toshiba VRF at luxury hotel

Carrier Solutions UK has successfully supported a major refurbishment at The Reach Hotel in Manchester (formerly La Reserve Apartments), delivering a Toshiba Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) solution in collaboration with contractor AC Mechanical ... 
 18 Aug 2025

Toshiba USX Edge debuts at Novotel Edinburgh

Carrier Solutions UK has delivered the first UK installation of the Toshiba Universal Smart X (USX) Series Edge modular heat pump at the Novotel Edinburgh Centre, a prestigious city-centre hotel.... 
 13 Aug 2025

MP visits Wolseley Group to discuss skills and innovation

Matt Western, MP for Warwick and Leamington, visited Wolseley Group’s Warwick headquarters last week to explore how the company is supporting the UK’s climate control sector. Wolseley, a major distributor of plumbing, heating, and cooling products, ... 
Williams long service.
 12 Aug 2025

Williams recognises 190 years of staff service

King’s Lynn-based manufacturer Williams Refrigeration has acknowledged eight employees for long service milestones, totalling 190 years of employment. The group includes six staff members marking 20 years, one reaching 30 years, and one celebrating ... 
Wayne Rose, BPMA.
 6 Aug 2025

BPMA highlights role of training in efficient pumping systems

The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) is encouraging employers across UK industry to invest in technical training for engineers and support staff who work with pump systems. The goal is to improve energy efficiency, meet regulatory ... 
L-r: Kyle Bray and Carl Burton.
 5 Aug 2025

J & E Hall restructures sales team

J & E Hall has reorganised its commercial refrigeration sales team to improve regional support and grow its business in the UK and Ireland.... 
 5 Aug 2025

Aspen offers the complete new 5th Gen Silent+ Range

Aspen Pumps, a global market leader in condensate removal pumps, is proud to announce the launch of the next generation of its Silent+ Mini Orange and Silent+ Mini Aqua pumps. These new additions complete Aspen’s 5th generation of its mini ... 
 1 Aug 2025

Government launches consultation on late payment legislation

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has opened a public consultation on new legislative proposals aimed at tackling late, long, and disputed business-to-business (B2B) payments. The consultation runs until 23 October 2025 and invites input ... 
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